Taylor Cook, mental performance coach & retired professional ice hockey goalie, provides insight into how athletes & others can enhance your mental mindset. She & host Mark Hochgesang exchange thoughts on the power of positive self-talk, visualization and a growth mindset. Enjoy sports fans!

Taylored Minds Website: https://www.taylored-minds.com/

The Athletic Mind Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-athletic-mind/id1610116010

Taylor's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylorbcook/?trk=article-ssr-frontend-pulse_more-articles

Taylor's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylorbcook_/

Mind Gym: An Athlete's Guide to Inner Excellence by Gary Mack: https://www.powells.com/book/mind-gym-an-athletes-guide-to-inner-excellence-9780071395977

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Former Penn State football player Scott Shirley shares how his entrepreneurial efforts helped raise over $400M to battle rare diseases & support a variety of other charitable causes. Scott & host Mark Hochgesang discuss how athletes, teams & sports can be a power for good & make life better for others both on & off the field of play. 
 
Uplifting Athletes: https://www.upliftingathletes.org/

Pledge It: https://pledgeit.org/

LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottshirley/

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Dave Stevens shares his incredible story of achieving sports & broadcasting success, despite having no legs. Dave & host Mark Hochgesang discuss overcoming obstacles, disability challenges & the benefits of inclusion, while having fun along the way. Enjoy sports fans!

Dave Stevens Speaks Website: https://davestevensspeaks.com/

Dave Stevens Speaks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davestevensspeaks_/?hl=en

TV Video Clips Featuring Dave: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tFKIUsTbJxE

Dave Speaks with Jim Abbott: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vKAOXsRNUuY

The Saint of Second Chances: https://www.netflix.com/title/81476121

The Geary Stein & Stevens Show Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-geary-stein-stevens-show/id1617159516

Easter Seals Oregon: https://www.easterseals.com/oregon/

Northwest Adaptive Sports: https://adaptivesportsnw.org/

Special Olympics: https://www.specialolympics.org/

Dave Clark Heavy Hitter Sports Episode: https://www.heavyhittersports.com/dave-clark-unsung-hereos/

Cody Gifford reveals behind the scenes stories about his father Frank Gifford, a true football icon. Cody talks about his dad’s challenging upbringing, thrilling USC and New York Giants on field exploits and game-changing ABC announcing days.

Cody and host Mark Hochgesang also trade thoughts on how to mitigate the risks of CTE, the brain disease that sadly haunts so many football players.

Key Links:
Requiem for a Runningback: https://www.requiemforarunningback.com/

Frank's Highlight Reel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Pw7wTAwMO8

Frank discusses Monday Night Football: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1-rwmvsjJ14

Franz Klammer's '76 Downhill Gold Medal race: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_0VrDnlPhTI

Frank discusses the Klammer call: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qfYV5ZOxUSs

Frank Gifford's Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frank_Gifford

Books written by Frank: The Whole Ten Yards and The Glory Game

NESTRE: https://nestreperformance.com/

Second Impact Syndrome: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Second-impact_syndrome

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Dave Clark is the only man to play professional baseball while on crutches. Contracting polio as a baby would have stopped virtually any other athlete in their tracks. But Dave's dedication, perseverance and love of baseball enabled him to defy the odds. 

But no one can do the extraordinary alone. This is also a story of the unsung heroes that aided Dave along his amazing journey. If you or one of your loved ones is faced with an overwhelming obstacle or severe limitation, you will glean inspiration from this conversation with Dave. 

D3 Day: https://d3day.com/

Pulling Each Other Along Podcast: https://pullingeachotheralong.com/podcast/

Dave Clark & Ernie Pound Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xYGey8tL_9c

Diamond in the Rough: The Dave Clark Story: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/diamond-in-the-rough-dave-clark/1115844806

A Pound of Kindness: https://apoundofkindness.com/

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Michael Bergmann, author, innovator & former Nike product development guru, shares how to bring ambitious plans to life. His 'fearless innovation together' strategy helped revolutionize Nike Tennis & the Oregon track community. Michael's engaging stories highlight the value of risk-taking, networking & dreaming big. This is a 'must listen' for those seeking advice on how to battle big problems or overcome seemingly insurmountable challenges in business, sports or life. 

Track of Dreams Video: https://centraloregondaily.com/maupin-oregon-track-dreams/

Track of Dreams Video #2: https://centraloregondaily.com/maupin-track-dreams-michael-bergmann-incubatoru-book/

Incubator U Consulting: https://www.incubatoru.com/about

Michael's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mbergie/

Innovation from the Ground Up: https://www.amazon.com/INNOVATION-GROUND-IncubatorUs-Methodology-Organization/dp/1962595021/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1706385015&sr=8-1

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Award winning author Teresa Strasser shares how she used a thrilling Little League baseball season to grieve her brother’s passing and reconnect with her father. Her book Making it Home just made USA Today’s list of “Best Books of 2023”. Teresa & host Mark Hochgesang discuss how a love for baseball helped them 'heal' and get through the toughest moment of their lives.

Time-Stamped Show Notes
1:39            Welcome to the Show
2:49            Favorite Read of the Year
4:48            My Losing Season
5:41            The Reasons Why
8:25            That's Bugsy
9:20             My Sports Parenting Career Ends
10:38          What Cal Says
13:34          Just Take the Bus
14:10          LAX or Burbank?
15:49          The Evil Step Mother
20:21          Eli's Homerun Hug
22:30          Moneyball
25:47          Pitcher's Mom Syndrome (PMS)
26:52          Coaches Wearing Baseball Pants. Oh no!
28:14          Family Affair
30:10          Sense of Hope
31:35          Bad Girls
35:17          DNA Match
37:30          The Show Must Go On
43:45          The Fonz's Oscar Scene
48:55          The Lightning Round

- Teresa's Website: https://teresastrasser.com/

- Teresa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teresastrasser/

- Teresa's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teresa-strasser/

- Making it Home: https://www.powells.com/book/making-it-home-9780593546086

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Stellar guest advice, insight and untold stories from guests during the past are highlighted by host Mark Hochgesang. Enjoy sports fans! 

Time-Stamped Show Notes
0:56     Jolynn Mitchell: Family & Friends Sports Bonding
2:17     Mike Hass: Hall of Fame Comes Calling
4:20     Casey Cavell: Stay Focused
4:49     Desmond Clark: Live Life to the Fullest
6:26     Matt Powell: Network, Network, Network!
7:40     Karen Morgan: Go Dawgs! Fight On!
9:06     Peter Paskill: Timely Job Search Advice
12:08  Sarah Sukumaran: Womens Footwear Champion
14:25  Tim Clark: Product Design Inspiration
16:59  JoAn Scott: Dream Team & March Madness Moments

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The pressures placed on young athletes and their parents have never been greater. Peak performance and sports parenting coach Kirsten Jones explains how best to navigate these turbulent youth sports waters. This is a must listen episode for those with kids playing sports. Plus, don't you want to know how Kirsten wins over the Russian Red Army at age 24? Enjoy sports fans!
 
Time-Stamped Show Notes
1:30      -    Young Kirsten
2:37      -    College Recruiting Saga
5:51      -    William & Mary's Debbie Hill
8:33      -    The Tide Turns
10:39    -    Baseball Buddies: Eli & Dan
11:15    -    Fun, Friends & Fundamentals
14:22    -    A Good Word Goes a Long Way
15:44    -    Coach Baseball
16:42    -    Never Too Late
17:27    -    Pyramid Scheme
19:39    -    It Ain't Easy
20:26    -    Mom? Dad?
21:42    -    Make it or Break it
22:15    -    Flip the Fries!
24:34    -    Give me a Break
28:20    -    Just Do It
29:39    -    Moscow Madness
34:32    -    Lightning Round

Raising Empowered Athletes: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/raising-empowered-athletes-kirsten-jones/1143087145?ean=9781637276167

Kirsten Jones Inc: https://www.kirstenjonesinc.com/

#RaisingAthletes Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/raisingathletes/id1340521140

Kirsten Jones LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirsten-jones-coach/

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Author, advocate & activist Marcus Alston shares his personal sports journey & quest to empower student athletes via greater mental health access & game changing legislation. Enjoy sports fans!

Time-Stamped Show Notes
2:10        -     Alston for Athletes
5:49        -     Lane Kiffen Tearjerker
6:41        -     Marcus' Heartbreak
8:34        -     Yep, it's Broken
12:01     -     The Benefits of Sport
13:30     -     True Grit
15:56     -     College Challenges
17:36     -     Color Me Blue
20:02     -     I'm Not Playing for You
21:26     -     The Future is Female
22:46     -     Breaking the Stigma
23:41     -     Bad News Bullies
28:01     -     NIL Pressures
28:48     -     Looking Back

Alston for Athletes Website: https://www.alstonforathletes.org/

Mental Health Warriors: https://www.amazon.com/Mental-Health-Warriors-Athletes-Overcoming/dp/B0CHL96V9J/ref=sr_1_1?crid=27Q5NPLS8DSWP&keywords=marcus+alston&qid=1702335522&sprefix=marcus+alston%2Caps%2C151&sr=8-1
 
Caleb Cares Foundation: https://calebcares.org/

NESTRE: https://nestreperformance.com/

THe Zone: https://www.itsthezone.com/

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Casey Cavell and host Mark Hochgesang discuss 'swinging for success' in business, baseball and life. Casey is a renowned entrepreneur, business consultant, podcaster and baseball fanatic. Welcome to season three of Heavy Hitter Sports. Enjoy sports fans!

Time-Stamped Show Notes
2:55     -   Business Builder
4:23     -   Right People, Right Values
6:23     -   For the Love of the Game
9:10     -   TicTok Generation
9:31     -   Chill
12:41  -   Stay Focused
15:02  -   Relax
16:53  -   Great Day for Two
22:41 -    Guardrails
25:26 -    Why?
30:13 -    Lightning Round

Casey's Dugout CEO Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dugout-ceo-with-casey-cavell/id1683343231

Casey's Business Website: https://www.caseycavell.com/

Casey's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caseycavell/

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Former Chicago Bear star Desmond Clark shares his compelling rags to riches story. This modern day renaissance man also reveals the five keys to greatness as depicted in his book Principles of Winning. If  you're looking for meaningful inspiration & tangible tips on how to improve your own game you'll truly enjoy this conversation between Dez & host Mark Hochgesang. Win the Day!

Time-Stamped Show Notes
2:08     -   Challenging Childhood
3:38     -   Sports to the Rescue
4:41     -   Coaches Make the Difference
6:23     -   ACC Stardom
7:30     -   Drafted by Denver
9:08     -   Mark's Mistake
10:04  -   Super Bowl Saga
11:31  -   Protect Your Word & Name
12:34  -   Top 50 List
16:08  -   Commitment to Excellence
17:20  -    Self-Motivation
17:57  -    Effort & Expectations
22:01  -    The 3 F's
23:28  -    Super Blue Moon
24:51  -    Pete's Questions
28:37  -    Desmond's Challenge

Dez's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dezclark88/

Dez's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/desmondclark88/

Bear Down Logistics: https://beardownlogistics.com/

Principles of Winning:
https://www.amazon.com/Principles-Winning-Create-Standard-Excellence/dp/0578669927/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3G9F1FLPZEZ2X&keywords=principles+of+winning&qid=1694560961&sprefix=principles+of+winning%2Caps%2C165&sr=8-1

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This illuminating conversation regarding the pitfalls of today's competitive youth sports world will benefit athletes, parents & coaches alike. The exorbitant cost of club sports, crazy tournament travel demands & the dangers of year-round sports specialization are all discussed by What is the Goal? authors, Jean Linscott & Ken Ruoff. Enjoy sports fans!

What is the Goal?: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/what-is-the-goal-jean-linscott/1145009474?ean=9798990114302

Every Kid Sports: https://everykidsports.org/

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Dick Grapenthin is the master of resilience & reinvention. Looking for inspiration to start a second career of your own? 

After toiling on his family's Iowa farm, Dick pursued his dream of playing professional baseball. After a successful 10-year career, Dick coached at Clemson and then earned his MBA from Northwestern's Kellogg School of Business. Dick then entered the sports goods world by working with host Mark Hochgesang at Easton. Impactful senior management roles at Mizuno Sports followed. Now Dick runs his own innovative ball glove company and lives near Atlanta with his lovely wife Cindy. A baseball life well-led.

Indiana State Hall of Fame Tribute: https://gosycamores.com/honors/hall-of-fame/dick-grapenthin/33

Proven Brand Website: https://thepbpro.com/

Dick's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-grapenthin-29648ba/

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Leadership and Executive Coach Jolynn Mitchell provides insight on building & empowering high-performance teams. She recommends showing up with daily intention & focusing on the collective WE. Advice is given re how leaders can be more curious, trusting & vulnerable at work.

Jolynn and host Mark Hochgesang, fellow Nike & adidas veterans, reveal the inner workings of both companies. They also talk about reimagining business leadership, unlocking employee potential & navigating politically charged corporate waters.

Jolynn's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jolynnmitchell/

Brave Growth Website: https://www.brave-growth.com/

Recommended Books
- Building Trust in Business, Politics, Relationships & Life: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/strengthsfinder-20-gallup/1137658092?ean=9781595620156
- Man's Search for Meaning, Viktor Frankl: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/mans-search-for-meaning-viktor-e-frankl/1116930713
- StrenthsFinder 2.0: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/strengthsfinder-20-gallup/1137658092?ean=9781595620156

Recommended Assessment Tools
 - Enneagram: https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/type-descriptions
- Team Coaching International: https://teamcoachinginternational.com/

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While sports can often feel like a matter of life and death, it can also be hilariously funny at times. Professional comedian Karen Morgan brings that fact to life with host Mark Hochgesang. She shares humorous stories about being an athlete, sports mom and diehard Georgia football fan. Enjoy sports fans!

Karen's Website: https://www.karenmorgan.com/

Karen's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karenmorgancomedy/

Karen's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/karenmorgancomedy

Karen's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@karenmorgancomedy

Karen's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeIWZbW8MWTd9tOxJKTrNYQ

Karen's Upcoming Shows: https://www.karenmorgan.com/dates

Every Generation Explained: https://www.karenmorgan.com/videos

Karen's 2nd DryBar Comedy Special (use code KARENMORGAN for a free month): https://www.drybarcomedy.com/

The Purple Bike Podcast: https://thepurplebike.com/

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Renowned career transition coach Peter Paskill provides provocative advice on how to find the right job for you. This is a must-listen for those that work in the world of sports or seek to do so. Peter reveals the ten essential truths that can help you locate your dream career given your unique skills, interests & passions. The wisdom of Kevin Bacon, Chip Kelly & Steve Jobs is also shared. The time to INVEST in your career is NOW.
 
Peter's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-e-paskill-bb08a0/

Career Makers: https://www.careermakers.com/

Want a New Better Fantastic Job: https://www.powells.com/book/want-a-new-better-fantastic-job-2nd-edition-9780963001214

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Sarah shares the personal journey behind starting her successful womens luxury footwear brand Lilith NYC. As a self-confessed sneakerhead, Sara explains why she left her Nike data science job to chase her entrepreneurial dreams. The challenges faced by a young women of color in raising capital in today's angel and VC world are addressed. Undaunted, Sara diverted her home down payment funds to start her womens footwear venture. Strong Lilith sales & positive customer feedback suggest that Sara's fearless choice was the right one. 

The Yankees, Queens, LL Cool J, Ray Romano and Eleanor Roosevelt also get shoutouts in the episode. Enjoy sports fans!

Lilith NYC Website: https://lilith.nyc/
Personal Website: https://sarahsukumaran.com/about
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahsukumaran/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahsuku/

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Host Mark Hochgesang heralds Arthur Ashe, tennis great & social justice warrior, with the able assistance of ChatGPT. Enjoy sports and tech fans alike. 

Former Nike designer Tim Clark shares valuable product design insights. He reveals how the Nike design process operates. Tim reinforces the importance of designing with athlete needs always in mind. 

Mark & Tim discuss the game-changing products that they were involved with while working for the Swoosh. 

Tim offers advice regarding enhancing both product storytelling and sustainability. He also addresses the likely impact of AI on product design. 

Tim also shares how his brilliantly simple design process philosophy guides his new product design consultancy firm, A Human Thing.  

• A Human Thing Website:  https://www.ahumanthing.com/
• Tim Clark's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-clark/

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Host Mark Hochgesang reviews the film Air: Courting a Legend. The movie chronicles Nike's signing of Michael Jordan to an endorsement contract, thus birthing the game-changing Air Jordan line. As a 20 year Nike vet, Mark heralds the film's magical moments while pointing out a few liberties taken by director & star Ben Affleck. Enjoy sports (and movie) fans!

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Sporting goods guru Matt Powell shares his insights on today's market. We trade thoughts on the industry's biggest brands and the emergence of notable upstarts. Enjoy sports fans!

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattpowellanalyst/

BCE Consulting: https://bceconsulting.com/

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Mike Hass shares his incredible journey from walk-on to College Football Hall of Famer. Despite a successful high school career, Mike received no college scholarships. In turn, he walked on at Oregon State. Mike ultimately earned a scholarship and starting wide receiver berth. After a magical senior season, Mike was named first-team All-American. He also won the Biletnikoff Award given to the nation's most outstanding wide receiver. Most recently, Mike was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame. Not bad for a humble walk-on.  Take a listen to Mike's inspiring story of resilience and fortitude. 

Mike Hass Action Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=29f0D8DpBH4
Mike Hass LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-hass-3b081445/

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Sporting goods veteran, consultant, author & cancer survivor Steve Harden provides tips on how to supercharge corporate careers. Steve & host Mark Hochgesang share insights re effective leadership, teamwork, communication & customer focus.

Harden Strategic Solutions: https://hardenstrategicsolutions.com/

Steve's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steveharden/

Surpass Your Limits: https://surpassyourlimitsbook.com/

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If you love basketball, this is your episode. Guest JoAn Scott, the NCAA Director of Mens Basketball Championships, conveys what it takes to make March Madness happen. She shares the inside scoop on Selection Sunday, reveals the elaborate logistical efforts behind the tournament and discusses the transformative change occurring at the NCAA today. 

JoAn also talks about supporting the amazing 1992 Dream Team while at USA Basketball. She played a key role in making the gold medal ceremony ever so memorable. She also shares her memories of the greatest female sports team ever, the 1996 gold medal winning USA Womens Basketball Team. JoAn and host Mark Hochgesang also discuss working at Nike during the glory years.

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Andy Robbins shares interesting & instructive advice on how to improve leadership skills, whether in sports or business. We talk about how to create compelling visions, build high performance teams, overcome adversity & unleash the power of diversity.

Intel's Andy Grove, Liverpool's Jurgen Klopp & Sir Winston Churchill play supporting roles.

* Andy's LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andyrobbinspdx/

* Oyster PDX website: https://oyster.team/our-services/

* Leadership is No Accident podcast: https://oyster.team/the-podcast-leadership-is-no-accident/

* Do Less, Lead More book: https://www.amazon.com/Do-Less-Lead-More-inspire/dp/B0BM3QG6R5/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3K56P14FKFDG8&keywords=do+less+lead+more&qid=1671043557&sprefix=do+less+lead+more%2Caps%2C141&sr=8-1

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Patrick Chester shares his harrowing story of sports gambling addiction. Long before his staggering debt reached $1M Patrick began fearing for his life & that of his family.

Patrick also shares his inspirational story of recovery. Tragically for many,  gambling today dominates the sports landscape.  So Patrick's fascinating cautionary tale is packed with much-needed & timely lessons. 

Patrick's Twitter: https://twitter.com/PatrickChester9
Patrick's website is currently being updated: http://www.patrickchester.com/

Keep an eye out for Patrick's book Shambles, which will be released in early 2023

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Guest Suzanne McKenzie  is the Founder & CEO of Able Made, a sustainable athleisure brand inspired by the sport of soccer. Suzanne also proudly runs the Ucal McKenzie Breakaway Foundation to help inner city youth on & off the field of play and to honor her last husband Ucal. 

In this episode, you’ll hear how Suzanne channeled her grief to empower young athletes and address community inequality.  She also pointently talks about how design saved her life. 

We reminisce about Suzanne's amazing husband, the importance of sport and our mutual admiration for Mia Hamm and the US Womens soccer pioneers.  If you love soccer, want to learn about design thinking or what it takes to start your own successful business, this is the episode for you. 

Enjoy sports fans!

• Able Made Website: https://ablemadeshop.com/
• Ucal McKenzie Breakaway Foundation: https://ucalbreakaway.com/
• Purposely Podcast: https://ablemadeshop.com/pages/purposely-podcast

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Tennis is at a crossroads. Serena & Roger have retired. Carlos Alcaraz has successfully stormed into the picture. Can Naomi regain her position on top of the ATP rankings? And how will all-important Nike factor into the game's future?  The game of tennis is at a breakpoint. Enjoy the first Quick Take version of Heavy Hitter Sports. 

Host Mark Hochgesang speaks with Ivan Tchatchouwo, the co-founder of The Zone, a company focused on student athlete mental wellness. Ivan reveals how his personal challenges inspired him to help other young athletes overcome their own mental hurdles. 

A wide variety of mental health issues confronting today’s sports world and beyond are addressed, including identity crisis, eating disorders, anxiety and depression and the even the new-found pressures brought about by NIL fame. 

Ivan discusses his transition from Cameroon to New York, his stellar but injury-ridden basketball career and the trials and triumphs of being a tech entrepreneur. 

Ivan & Mark also have fun along the way and give shout outs to Simone Biles, Ohio State’s Ryan Day, Denzel Washington, Jay-Z, and even Napoleon and the Batman villain Bane.

* The Zone Website: https://www.itsthezone.com/
* The Zone's partnership with Morgan Stanley: https://www.itsthezone.com/
* Ivan's Linkedin Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivan-tchatchouwo-78292195/

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Paul McDonald, the USC national champion and all-American quarterback, discusses three of the most notable games in Trojan football history, his 8-year NFL career and raising three quarterback sons of his own.

Paul also talks about his uplifting new book Thru the Tunnel, which was motivated by a life-changing introspective journey. He shares his thoughts on how we can bring out our best selves by conquering fear and embracing gratitude, forgiveness and vulnerability. 

Mark and Paul wrap by diving into the radically new college football world...conference realignment, NIL and the wide open transfer portal. They also relive the Pete Carroll glory days and rejoice in the renewed sense of optimism surrounding USC football today. Enjoy. 

• Thru the Tunnel Book: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/thru-the-tunnel-paul-mcdonald/1141458573
• Thru the Tunnel Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2jbvX8mya1V4TB2ArjfEq0
• GameChangeNation Website: https://www.gamechangenation.com/

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Welcome to the opening episode of season two of Heavy Hitter Sports. 

Ila Borders was the first woman to earn a collegiate baseball scholarship and pitch her team to a win in pro ball. She played for Bill Murray, was invited to the White House and her college and pro memorabilia is enshrined in the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown. Ila is a rebel and true ground-breaker. 

During Ila’s stellar playing days, she was featured on 60 Minutes, The Tonight Show, David Letterman and Good Morning America.

Ila shares her story of resilience as she overcame numerous obstacles as a female playing a male sport. She also reveals her five tools for success that can benefit us all, whether on or off the diamond. 

Enjoy sports fans. 

• Making My Pitch
• https://baseballforall.com/

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Sports is always more interesting when great villains enter the picture. Father & son hosts, Mark & Chris Hochgesang, team up to share their collective list of top 25 sports villains.

Part two depicts the 13 most nefarious of all sports villains. 

Enjoy sports fans!

Leo Wang & Chris Hochgesang are the guest co-hosts on this week's Heavy Hitter Sports show. They use the forum to soft launch their own Meeting in the Middle podcast focused on MMA & UFC. Leo & Chris review the highlights of UFC Fight Night Vegas 54 and dissect the history & virtues of Jiu Jitsu. 

Leo works for Paradigm Sports, the premier MMA sports agency and Chris is a passionate UFC convert. Whether you love the fight game or not, you'll enjoy the spirited & insightful conversation of these two friends & former MBA classmates. Enjoy sports fans!

Host Contact Information:

• Chris Hochgesang: chris.hochgesang@gmail.com 503-333-8086
• Leo Wang: wangle0714@gmail.com 541-654-2247

Molly Carroll, therapist, coach & Tedx speaker, shares how to enrich the mental mindset of young athletes. A wide variety of other sports psychology topics are addressed by Molly & host Mark Hochgesang. 

Molly's Website: https://molly-carroll.com/

Molly's Podcast: https://molly-carroll.com/podcast/

Molly's Blog: https://molly-carroll.com/blog/

Molly's What Keeps Us Alive Ted Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ujBJKoVbvzo

Molly's Human Connection Ted Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/molly_carroll_the_need_for_human_connection_and_why_it_starts_with_ourselves

Sports is always more interesting when great villains enter the picture. Father & son hosts, Mark & Chris Hochgesang, team up to share their collective list of top 25 sports villains.

Part one depicts stories of villains 25 thru 14. Part two will include the unlucky 13, aka the most nefarious of all sports villains. 

Enjoy sports fans!

Ian 'Kanga' Cairns is the greatest big wave rider in surfing history. He was inducted in the surfing Hall of Fame in 2010 after winning multiple world championships, creating his own surfing brand & TV show, organizing two pro surfing leagues & several noteworthy competitions & coaching the USA surf team. Kanga is now launching an exciting new pro surfing league in a truly innovative way utilizing the Wave Riders Club, NFTs and cryptocurrency. 

The surfing legend shares his thoughts on his Western Australia upbringing, almost dying during the biggest surf competition of his life, the art of reading surf breaks, his surf movie career, the business side of surfing and his deep love of family. Surfs up!

• Sign up for the metaverse watch party premiere of Bustin' Down the Door on April 23: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/surfingcom-hosts-first-ever-surf-movie-watch-party-in-metaverse-registration-321246586187
• Wave Riders Club (first NFT launches on April 26): https://waveriders.club/
• Surfing.com: https://surfing.com/
• Surfing TV: https://surfing.com/tv
• Ian's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iancairns/
• Ian's Twitter: https://twitter.com/kangacairns?lang=en
• Ian's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-cairns-ba188750/
• Ian's Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ian_Cairns
• Ian's Biography: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=kanga+cairns&crid=2N2Y0LSDM2QS7&sprefix=kanga+cairns%2Caps%2C126&ref=nb_sb_noss

Feel free to contact host Mark Hochgesang at mphochgesang@gmail.com
Thanks for listening. Please subscribe and leave a favorable review. 
The season one finale launches later this week. Season two begins in late May. Cheers. 

Brian Bushway's intense love affair with sports & movement only intensified after he lost his sight at 14. His dream is to create a perceptual revolution in sports and beyond. Brian has been called the World’s Best Blind Mountain Biker. But his true passion is coaching, training and inspiring those in the visually impaired world. Brian is the Co-Founder of Acoustic Athletics, an innovative company focused on delivering perceptual development training to elite athletes. The magic of echolocation, the adaptable & powerful mind, overcoming blind spots and his featured role in the X Ambassadors' hit music video Renegades is also discussed. 

• Brian Bushway Website: https://www.brianbushway.com/ 
• Acoustic Athletics: https://acousticathletics.com/
• LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianbushway/ 
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brian.bushway.3
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brianbushway/
• Renegades Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1u-niluB8HI 

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Celebrate one of the most magical moments in college basketball history with Harold Jensen. The unlikely hero  sparked his Villanova Wildcats to a miraculous finals victory over heavily favored Georgetown in 1985. Most consider this to be one of the greatest sports upsets ever. 

Harold discusses Villanova’s amazing tournament run, his near perfect final game performance, his teary-eyed devotion to Coach Massimino and the overwhelming joy of beating Patrick Ewing’s Hoyas in true David vs. Goliath fashion. 

• Harold's Wikipedia Page: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harold_Jensen
• Harold's LinkdedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/harold-j-4471bb8/
• Main Line Deputy Dog Charity:  https://www.mldd.org/
• HBO Documentaries: Perfect Upset VIllanova vs Georgetown:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=osqF27TuE4g

Brandi Heather, an award winning disability & inclusion educator, therapeutic play specialist and author, explains how we can all benefit by adding more PLAY into our lives, regardless of age. And for many of us, SPORT serves as our go-to source of play.

Brandi describes how we are biologically driven to play, even in the darkest of times. She talks about the valuable lessons learned on the playground, her empowering 11 second rule and the amazing power of pets.

After listening, you are likely to agree with Brandi that the world could definitely benefit from more play right now.

• Return to Play Book: https://Return to Play 
• Brandi's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandiheather/

AC/DC's classic tunes amplify the top ten timely sport grievances of host Mark Hochgesang. 

Ken Ungar, the founder and president of CHARGE, shares what it takes to develop a successful partnership between sponsors & properties, whether they be athletes, teams or leagues. Mark & Ken talk about football, basketball, baseball, soccer, auto-racing & esports. They delve into key sponsorships related to the Super Bowl & Olympics. The impact of NIL, digital media, social justice & cancel culture are also addressed. 

Given Mark's career at Nike, Ken also talks about the influence that Steve Prefontaine, Michael Jordan, Lance Armstrong & Colin Kaepernick had on shaping the company's brand image. Enjoy sports fans!

• CHARGE Website: https://chargesponsorship.com/
• Ken's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenungar/

After concluding an amazing corporate career at Nike, Oakley and Converse, Jim Stroesser creates his own California centric sports brand, Cali Strong. Jim shares his brand building advice, innovative pandemic strategy and stories involving Hall of Famer partners Bill Walton and Andre Reed. Enjoy sports fans!

Jim's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimstroesser/
Cali Strong Website: https://store.cali-strong.com/
Cali Strong Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CALIStrongUSA/
Cali Strong Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calistrongusa/
Cali Strong Twitter: https://twitter.com/CALIStrongUSA

Jim Stroesser, founder of Cali Strong, was a transformative leader at Nike, Oakley, Quicksilver, Ralph Lauren and LA Gear. But it was a Converse that Jim earned his reputation as a turnaround expert. We'll learn how Jim overhauled the company, reenergized the brand, exploded sales and sold Converse for three times the purchase price to Nike.

Jim's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimstroesser/

Cali Strong Website: https://store.cali-strong.com/
Cali Strong Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CALIStrongUSA/
Cali Strong Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calistrongusa/
Cali Strong Twitter: https://twitter.com/CALIStrongUSA

Renowned sports psychologist Dr. Jim Afremow joins the Heavy Hitter Sports show. Jim helps athletes attain peak performance. He’s worked with Olympians, MLB, NBA, WNBA, NHL and NFL players and PGA and LPGA golfers around the globe. 

Jim and host Mark Hochgesang talk about the power of mindfulness, visualization and positive self-talk. They discuss the chief tenets of stoicism and how they can benefit people in high pressure situations or dark times. Jim also shares what it takes to be a strong and empathic leader, whether that be in the boardroom or on the hardwood like Steve Kerr.

If you are looking to raise your game or that of your team, you’ll appreciate the valuable lessons in this episode. 

But should Crazy Train be a notable psychologist’s power song? Enjoy sports fans. 

Jim's Books:

• The Leader's Mind: The Leader's Mind
• The Young Champion's Mind: The Young Champion's Mind
• The Champion's Comeback: The Champion's Comeback
• The Champion's Mind: The Champion's Mind

Jim's Gold Medal Mind Website: https://goldmedalmind.net/

Champions Mind App:

• iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/champions-mind/id1462165196
• Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=app.championsmind

Jim's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-afremow-7826669/

Host Mark Hochgesang regails the magic of his childhood hometown hero, Willie Mays. The Say Hey Kid, who passed away less than 48 hours ago, is thought by many to be the greatest baseball player of all-time. His amazing talent, fierce determination and exuberant spirit made Willie a true American icon. 

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971-985-6909

Guest Catherine Beldotti Donlan shares insights from her general management and sales executive career with some of the most ground-breaking companies in sports...Reebok, Ryka, Puma and Converse. She discusses her role as a champion for Women's Sports as a business leader, mentor, investor, coach, parent and collegiate athlete.

Catherine and host Mark Hochgesang  talk about her upbringing in Holland and New Zealand, the key role that sports played in her life, her unconventional first job and her work-life management philosophy.  They also have fun diving into Catherine's failed Hollywood dreams, love of Boston sports and her secret desire to be a spy.

Enjoy sports fans.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherine-beldotti-donlan/

Feel free to contact host Mark Hochgesang at mphochgesang@gmail.com. I would like to hear what you think of the show and the topics you would like me to tackle going forward. 

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Guest Rudy Manival provides an insider's look into the Nike product development world. He spent 23 years with the company leading footwear, apparel and product development efforts.

Rudy and host Mark Hochgesang discuss Rudy's Parisian upbringing, his tireless quest to one day work for Nike and his exciting Tour de France adventure. Rudy also talks about his relationship with two of soccer's all-time greats, Ronaldinho and Cristiano Ronaldo.

Enjoy sports fans.

Rudy's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rudy-manival-6733741/

Host Mark Hochgesang showcases the worst sports moments of 2021.

Time Stamped Show Notes
00:         Intro
2:02:     Costly Beer Tab
2:44:     Space Disaster
4:06:     Kelly Goes Southern
4:57:     Power to the People
7:12:     The Exorcist 
8:05:     Wembley Woes
10:45:   Put Me in Coach
12:16:   Tragedy on the Track
12:48:   Own It Urban
13:59:   Happy New Year!

Host Mark Hochgesang celebrates the top ten sports moments of 2021. And he wraps by sharing his personal Festivus inspired grievance. Cheers to Giannis, Shohei, Simone, Buster, Allyson and Tom Terrific! Boo NCAA & Congress! Enjoy sports fans!

Time Stamped Show Notes
00:        Intro
1.43:    Trojans & Giants
3:14:    The Kids are Back
3:45:    Hoop Dreams
5:34:    Comebacks
7:09:    Feeling Fine
8:25     Showtime
9:33     3-Ball
11:03  One Lap to Go
11:45  Field of Dreams
13:09  Fight On!
13:54  The Goat
15:22  The Wrap
16:45  Festivus Grievance